Neurologist

Staff Neurologist – VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System

Aptive is seeking a full-time Neurologist to support a rewarding opportunity with the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System in Harlingen, TX. This position offers exceptional schedule stability, strong clinical support, and the opportunity to care for America's Veterans within a dedicated outpatient practice environment.

The Neurologist will provide comprehensive outpatient neurological care focused on evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of general neurological conditions. The role is well-supported operationally and clinically, with consistent staffing, defined schedules, and mission-aligned leadership. As the service continues to expand access to neurological care, this provider will meaningfully contribute to program development and continuity of patient services.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform detailed neurological evaluations, examinations, and follow-up visits for established and new patients.
• Order and interpret appropriate testing, including EEG, EMG/NCS, laboratory studies, and imaging.
• Manage chronic neurological conditions such as migraines, seizure disorders, neuropathy, neurovascular diseases, and chronic neurologic illnesses common among Veterans.
• Provide patient counseling, education, and shared decision-making regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and medication management.
• Perform neurologic procedures as credentialed (examples include Botox injections, lumbar puncture, EMG/NCS, EEG interpretation).
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, including internal medicine, pain management, behavioral health, and rehabilitation services.
• Accurately document care using VA electronic health systems (training provided).
• Participate in clinic process optimization and contribute to quality-focused initiatives.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Outpatient-only practice located at the Harlingen VA Health Care Center
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• No call responsibilities
• No weekend or holiday coverage
• Collaborative support from nursing and administrative personnel
• Patient volume averaging approximately 5–10 scheduled encounters per day

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on federal physician pay structure (base + market pay)
• Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000
• Comprehensive federal benefits package including:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Federal retirement programs with matching contributions
• Paid federal holidays and paid annual leave
• Continuing education support and malpractice coverage
• Retention incentives of up to $40k for 3 years may be available for highly qualified applicants.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited U.S. medical school
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurology residency program (required)
• Active, unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
• Eligibility for federal DEA registration
• Strong communication and patient engagement skills

Desired Qualifications

• Three or more years of independent practice experience
• Experience with Botox or chemodenervation procedures
• Experience performing or interpreting EMG/NCS or EEG
• Experience treating or evaluating individuals with TBI or chronic neurological disorders

About Aptive

Arrow ARC supports Veterans Health Administration facilities and offices across the U.S. with health care staffing and program support via the 10-year Integrated Critical Staffing Program (ICSP). We provide staffing solutions to address critical shortages in VHA medical facilities caused by turnover, recruitment issues, seasonal needs, surges or emergencies.

Arrow is a certified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business joint venture between Artemis ARC and Aptive Resources, two award-winning companies that share an agile, mission-focused, results driven approach in the federal sector. Arrow provides management consulting services and specializes in working with federal government agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and Office of Personnel Management.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.